How To Fix EZ431 - No Customizing exists for document type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EZ - Print workbench

• Message number: 431

• Message text: No Customizing exists for document type &1

What causes this issue?

You set the archiving mode in printing to <LS>2</> (archive only) or
<LS>3</> (print and archive). However, the system found that document
type &V1&, which is necessary for this application, was not maintained.

System Response

INCLUDE ABANA_FICA_DWB_ANFORD OBJECT DOKU ID TX
INCLUDE ABAFICA_NA_CUST OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EZ431 - No Customizing exists for document type &1 ?

  The SAP error message EZ431 ("No Customizing exists for document type &1") typically occurs when the system cannot find the necessary configuration for a specific document type in the relevant application area. This error is common in modules like Financial Accounting (FI), Controlling (CO), or Materials Management (MM), where document types are crucial for processing transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The document type specified in the error message has not been configured in the system. This could be due to a missing entry in the customizing settings.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used may not be valid or may have been incorrectly entered in the transaction.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system (like Development to Production), it may not have been included or may have failed during the transport process.
  Client-Specific Settings: The document type may exist in another client but not in the current client you are working in.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the area where document types are defined (e.g., Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Document > Document Types).
  Verify if the document type specified in the error message exists and is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Document Type:
  
  If the document type does not exist, you may need to create it. Ensure that you define all necessary attributes for the document type.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that the document type was included and that there were no errors during the transport.
  
  
  
  Client-Specific Configuration:
  
  If you are working in a different client, ensure that the document type is configured in that specific client. You may need to transport the configuration from another client if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the document type and its configuration requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO for customizing, OBY6 for document types in FI, or OMJJ for document types in MM.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to the specific document type or error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify customizing settings.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation.